Hood

Engine bonnet is a part of the body. It covers under hood space, protects car appearance and protects the car from bad weather and unauthorized activities. In many cars the bonnet is situated in the front part. But in the trucks it is situated in the middle or back part. In this case the hood is situated in the middle or back part of the car. Every car model has its own engine bonnet that essentially influences the general view of the car.

Engine bonnet are often tuned to change the car appearance. Very popular are hood scoops. Also it may be aerography or tuning stickers. In many car makes the hood is made of sheet steel. But also aluminium, fibre glass reinforced polymeric material (plastic) and carbon fibre are used. In expensive sport cars carbon fibre hoods are used to have an advantage in car mass. Engine bonnet damage is practically always visible. Road metal or vandals’ actions are the reason of scratches or other damages of the surface. Moreover, in old car models rust may damage the hood. In the result of an accident the whole hood may warp.

If the damage is not serious, it can be repaired. If it is necessary to replace the engine bonnet, first of all buy a new one. Then paint it with the car colour. It is necessary at least two persons to disassemble the old engine bonnet and to assemble a new one. As the engine bonnet must be replaced in short term, let it be done in a repair shop. In our online shop you can buy many other spare parts for your car. Here you can order brake pads, brake gear booster, primary shafts, master cylinders, clutch servo cylinders, damper struts, receiver-dryers, tie rods and condensers.